Jesus Listens: 365 Prayers for Kids releases Tuesday, Oct. 25.
NASHVILLE, Tenn., October 2022 – With sales of more than 40 million books worldwide, Sarah Young, the bestselling author of the Jesus Calling, Jesus Always and Jesus Listens devotionals, is now releasing a new book of prayers for children, Jesus Listens: 365 Prayers for Kids, available wherever books are sold.
With engaging art, age-appropriate prayers and applicable Scriptures, Jesus Listens: 365 Prayers for Kids takes kids on a journey to develop a meaningful prayer life, focusing on praying the promises of Scripture daily.
“In my other books, I wrote as if Jesus were talking to the reader. But in this book, each devotion is a prayer — written as if the child is talking to Jesus,” Young said. “My hope is that kids will use these prayers as the beginning of their own conversations with Him.”
This 365-day book of prayers invites children into an ongoing conversation with God, growing a meaningful prayer life and a closer relationship with Him. Children will learn the daily practice of reading God’s Word and talking to Him.
Adapted from the original Jesus Listens book of devotional prayers, this children’s book has the same daily themes and Scriptures as the adult version—making it a great choice for families who want to pray together.
Intended for ages eight to twelve, Jesus Listens: 365 Prayers for Kids is a wonderful tool that will equip parents who want to:
- Teach their kids how to pray and talk to God
- Reassure their children that God is always with them
- Help their kids to read Bible verses every day
Jesus Listens: 365 Prayers for Kids makes a perfect gift book for birthdays, back-to-school, graduations, Christmas, baptisms, Sunday school awards, and first communions.
Jesus Listens: 365 Prayers for Kids (ISBN: 9781400236633) will be released on October 25, 2022, wherever books are sold.
About Sarah Young
Sarah Young, author of the bestselling 365-day devotionals Jesus Calling and Jesus Always, has sold more than 40 million books worldwide. Jesus Calling has appeared on all major bestseller lists. Sarah’s writings include Jesus Calling, Jesus Listens, Jesus Always, Jesus Today, Jesus Lives, Dear Jesus, Jesus Calling for Little Ones, Jesus Calling Bible Storybook, Jesus Calling: 365 Devotions for Kids, Peace in His Presence, and more, each encouraging readers in their journeys toward intimacy with Christ. Sarah and her husband were missionaries in Japan and Australia for many years. They currently live in the United States. Sarah enjoys praying daily for readers of all her books.
About Tommy Nelson
Tommy Nelson® is the children’s division of Thomas Nelson. As a leading provider of Christian content, Tommy Nelson publishes a wide variety of high-quality, enjoyable products that are consistent with the teachings found in the Bible. Tommy Nelson’s award-winning products are designed to expand children’s imaginations and nurture their faith while inspiring them to develop a personal relationship with Jesus. For more information, visit https://www.tommynelson.com/.
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Grand Rapids, MI – October 6, 2022 – The Zonderkidz title, I’m So Glad You Were Born authored by FOX & Friends co-host Ainsley Earhardt received #1 status on the New York Times bestseller list for Children’s Picture Books for the October 16 issue.
Earhardt shared the bestseller news with viewers of FOX & Friends this morning and on her Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/p/CjX2IisDHNL/
(Grand Rapids, Mich.) October 7, 2022 — Today, Zondervan announced the promotion of Katya Covrett to vice president, publisher for the publishing group’s academic imprint, Zondervan Academic. Covrett, who has been serving the imprint as associate publisher for the past year, will lead the acquisition, editorial development, and overall title strategy moving forward. Covrett has more than 20 years of editorial experience at Zondervan, specifically focusing on academic, ministry, and reference books.
(October 3, 2022) NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Holman Bibles announces the launch of The CSB Explorer Bible for Kids (
The popular Good News for Little Hearts series, a favorite of children and parents alike, has grown again with the addition of two new releases, Henry’s Big Mistake: When You Feel Guilty and Zoe’s Time to Shine: When You Want to Hide (October 3, 2022).
Zoe’s Time to Shine: When You Want to Hide, edited by Edward T. Welch, helps children learn alongside Zoe Mouse how to overcome shame and embarrassment. Zoe Mouse loves to sing. She sings everywhere all the time. There is just one problem—she can’t carry a tune. One day she tries out for the school musical and tells all her friends she will definitely get the lead role. But instead of getting a part, her drama teacher asks her to help with the lighting. Zoe wants to hide! Papa finds her in the closet hiding under her blanket and helps her remember that Jesus is with her and will be her protector and helper when she goes back to school. Zoe learns that when Jesus is near, you don’t have to hide. You can face your friends and shine a light on them.
TEMPE, ARIZ., OCTOBER 10, 2022 – ECPA has announced the recipients of the Emerging Leader scholarship and mentorship program for 
“This year’s superb class of Emerging Leaders abounds with a broad range of expertise—their influence spans across the Christian publishing industry through areas of operations, marketing, editorial, design, and more,” Lee said. “It’s profoundly encouraging to see the valuable perspectives and the excellence these professionals are already bringing to the Church and the world through their work. As they develop partnerships with industry mentors over the next year, I’m eager to see Emerging Leaders empowered further within their roles as they experience deeper thriving in their publishing journeys.”
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Andrea Calles-Tamayo is a Project Manager at Apricot Services. She was born in Queretaro, Mexico, and has lived in three different countries before moving to Grand Rapids seven years ago. Andrea graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from Western Michigan University with a major in Marketing. She was an intern at Baker Publishing Group before starting her current job at Apricot Services. Andrea has a small YouTube channel where she enjoys posting about her trips, recipes, or anything she has time to edit.
Avrie Roberts is a writer and editor. She holds a BA in English and has worked on postgraduate studies in English literature and world religions. She has a wide range of editorial experience working with Christian publishers and ministries, cultivating a love for creating resources that both equip the church and engage the culture. She works at Moody Publishers as their copy editor, where she gets to read books and study theology for a living.
Brandon Bellanti entered the publishing world in 2021 after working in church ministry, music, and libraries. He earned a B.A. in Music from Cedarville University, then served as Minister of Music at Grace Church in White Lake, MI. After moving to Boston in 2017, Brandon completed a M.S. in Library and Information Science at Simmons University and worked as a technical librarian for Akamai Technologies. He joined The Good Book Company as a data analyst in September 2021.
Bunmi Ishola is a Nigerian American, raised in both countries. She has a bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University, and holds a master’s in journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism. After working for World Literature Today, The Norman Transcript, The Dallas Morning News, and CURE magazine, Bunmi taught middle school social studies and English. In 2018, she decided to pursue a career focused on one of her biggest passions: books. She now works as a children’s book editor for Penguin Random House’s Christian publishing group.
Jessica Ludeña Adams joined Tyndale in March 2021 as Associate Marketing Manager. Jessica worked with Tyndale previously as a freelance editor. Prior to joining Tyndale full-time, Jessica was an SEO specialist at a digital marketing company. Jessica is an avid reader and self-proclaimed nerd. Born in the U.S. to a family of Cuban refugees, Jessica is passionate about helping her community, living out her faith, and serving God in her giftedness. She lives in the Chicagoland area with her best friend/husband Joe.
Jonathan Higdon, an editor at the United Methodist Publishing House, is from Nashville, Tennessee. He began working with Cokesbury Kids in 2019 after several years in local church ministry in Tennessee and Texas. He received his B.A. in Communication from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and his M.Div. from Baylor University’s Truett Theological Seminary. Jonathan loves a good em dash—but not as much as he loves traveling with his wife, Sonia, and dog, Reese.
Joyce Perez joined the Bethany House marketing department as an assistant marketing manager in 2022. She graduated with a degree in Communications and Advertising in Brazil and moved to Minnesota shortly after, where she began her family and has lived for the past 15 years. With a background in customer service and freelance marketing, design, and social media consulting, she has enjoyed merging her love of creativity and books with her marketing skills as a part of the Bethany House fiction team.
Karen Savella Stallard is a multimedia copywriter at InterVarsity Press. She has a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and a J.D. from Chicago-Kent College of Law. Before entering the publishing industry, Karen worked as an immigration lawyer for immigrant survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. She lives in Chicago, IL with her husband, Zach, and her cat, Levin.
Kate Irwin-Lillard is a graphic designer at InterVarsity Press. In 2019, she graduated from Grand Valley State University with a bachelor’s degree in studio arts. As a member of the design team at IVP, Kate works in collaboration with other departments to implement and uphold the visual identity and brand of IVP. Kate lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan with her husband, Jeffrey. In the wild you can find Kate sporting a snazzy groutfit. She enjoys spicy food, eating a good chocolate chip cookie, and taking pictures of her friends on her (many) disposable cameras.
Linnae Conkel is an editorial assistant for Our Daily Bread Publishing. She contributes to the production of ODBP books by proofreading projects, checking covers, and preparing manuscripts for typesetting. She also has assisted VOICES by translating Spanish content to English, managing contracts, and helping with the editing process of content written for Black and Hispanic audiences. When she’s not working, Linnae is either playing piano or drafting a fantasy novel.
Megan Teegarden, with 15 years of experience in education and ministry, is excited to be working with the Cokesbury Kids publishing team, focusing on both the history and strength of the Cokesbury brand, while also reimagining products and resources that meet the current needs of church leaders and Christian educators. Megan’s work began as a Kindergarten teacher in Birmingham, AL, with faith and ministry always playing an important role in her professional endeavors.
Olivia Eldredge has been with NavPress for four years, serving as the Operations Manager and Bible Products Specialist. Olivia has a BA in Communications with minors in Music and Theology from Whitworth University in Spokane, Washington. She moved to Colorado with her husband, Luke, in 2017 from Spokane, where she was a worship pastor. Olivia and Luke have been married for six years and love spending time with family; with their dog, Rainier; and in Colorado’s sunny, beautiful wilderness.
Rachel B. Hagewood is the Amplify Engagement Manager at the United Methodist Publishing House. She collaborates with partners in the United Methodist Church to provide resources and support to local congregations, specifically via UMPH’s streaming service, Amplify Media. She also edits various curriculum resources for all ages. A life-long United Methodist, Rachel has a passion for equipping leaders within the church to guide others to a deeper faith through studying scripture and theology.
Sarah Traill is an assistant marketing manager on the Baker Books and Revell nonfiction team at Baker Publishing Group. A West Michigan native, Sarah got her start in the bookselling industry in the hands-on world of retail through customer service and marketing work at the Baker Book House store in Grand Rapids, before moving over to the publishing side to join the trade books marketing team. She is now an assistant marketing manager and contributor to company DEI initiatives.
Selena Cunningham serves as a Cokesbury Kids Team Lead at The United Methodist Publishing House, working with both curriculum and vacation Bible school. For more than ten years, Selena has served the publishing house in a variety of editorial roles, including work with Cokesbury’s Celebrate Wonder, Deep Blue, and Rotation Stations curriculum lines. She has also done editorial work for Discovery on Adventure Island VBS, Food Truck Party VBS, and the upcoming Hero Hotline VBS.
Zach Savella Stallard is an Operations Coordinator with InterVarsity Press. After developing a love for IVP’s books during Wheaton College theology studies, campus ministry, and church planting, he followed his wife Karen to work with IVP in 2021. He loves solving problems and developing systems, and he works with IVP’s print production, hiring, onboarding, and this year’s Urbana conference bookstore. He is proud to work in Christian publishing and with IVP to contribute toward the equipping of the church.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Over the past three decades, millions of Christians have used “Experiencing God” resources to dive deeper into the Bible. Now, for the first time ever, Christians can discover “Experiencing God” teaching aids directly within the pages of Scripture in the newly released “CSB Experiencing God Bible.”
It’s no surprise that the content from the original ‘Experiencing God’ book and Bible study have played a pivotal role in the discipleship of multiple generations of global Christians over the years,” said Andy Mclean, publisher for the Bible and reference team at Lifeway. “We’re thrilled to now offer updated content from Richard Blackaby in the ‘CSB Experiencing God Bible’ so a new generation of Christians can grasp the necessity of hearing from God and understanding His will for their everyday lives.”
The design and structure of this Bible lends itself to be used either individually or within a group setting,” said McLean. “For those who are familiar with the legacy content of ‘Experiencing God’ either in the book or Bible study format, they will find the lessons and principles learned there have been applied across every book of the Bible, helping them expand their engagement and understanding of Scripture.“
WaterBrook & Multnomah is pleased to announce Johanna Inwood has been promoted to Assistant Director, Marketing.
NASHVILLE, Sept. 20, 2022 — #1 New York Times Bestselling author Karen Kingsbury announces the formation of Karen Kingsbury Productions. With almost 70 novels to draw inspiration from, Karen Kingsbury Productions will introduce fans and newcomers alike to Kingsbury’s characters on the big screen. The company is in preproduction on its first project which will be filmed this fall.
